GEOL 112: Hazards, Risks of Earthquakes and Volcanoes
San Jose State University
How, where and why earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur. Analysis of hazards posed by earthquakes and volcanoes. Risks incurred by humankind due to these hazards. Minimizing risk; economic, social and political problems associated with earthquakes. Satisfies GE UD Area: 2/5. Earth, Environment, and Sustainability (Formerly Area R). Prerequisite(s): Completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all UD GE courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
Average GPA: 3.11
Grade distribution records: 1,307 students across 15 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 32 | 2.4% |
| A | 242 | 18.5% |
| A- | 236 | 18.1% |
| B+ | 198 | 15.1% |
| B | 244 | 18.7% |
| B- | 135 | 10.3% |
| C+ | 66 | 5.0% |
| C | 46 | 3.5% |
| C- | 44 | 3.4% |
| D+ | 8 | 0.6% |
| D | 15 | 1.1% |
| D- | 6 | 0.5% |
| F | 35 | 2.7% |
Based on 1,307 student grade records across 15 terms and 6 professors.
Instructors
- Joao A Santos 469 students, Average GPA 3.32
- Siri Veland 294 students, Average GPA 2.72
- Donald L Reed 264 students, Average GPA 3.08
- Gavin Warren Turner 245 students, Average GPA 3.24
- Paula T Jefferis-Nilsen 19 students, Average GPA 2.85
- Robert B Miller 16 students, Average GPA 3.11